Allen L. Naparalla
Los Angeles, CA. 90013
Phone 818-***-****
E-mail **********@*****.***
Objective:
To maintain a career within the hospitality field, with a special emphasis in hotel or restaurant management, as well as the field of wine education and promotion.
Education:
California School of Culinary Arts, Pasadena, CA. Aug 2006-Feb 2008
Le Cordon Bleu Graduate
Associate of Occupational Studies in Hospitality and Restaurant Management.
Court of Masters Sommeliers Graduate – Level One December 4, 2007
University of Wisconsin Oshkosh: General Studies Oshkosh, WS 1980-1982
Professional Skills:
Business Management:
Owned and operated private fitness facility for a four year span with a continuous profit margin.
Employee Management:
Responsible for the hiring, firing, and disciplinary actions of employees, as well as scheduling, wage management, and overall working conditions of employees.
Document Preparation:
Familiar usage of Word, Word Perfect, and Power Point. Proficient as well in the overall use of the internet. (Internet Explorer).
Bookkeeping:
Expert in successfully managing employees of varying personalities, as well as adapting to the needs of my clientele. Highly cooperative with representatives from aligned companies, community organizations and the general public. Proficient as well in the use of promotional tools in order to establish positive relationships between company and its clientele.
Training:
Instructed various classes and seminars. Developed and instituted various training techniques and programs for employees as well as personal clientele.
Experience:
Naparallas Fitness: Freelance Consultant 1992-present
Bon Vivant: Wine Consultant, Los Angeles December 2007-present
Naparalla’s Fitness: Owner/Operator Chicago, ILL. 1988-1992